Westbound I-80 Closure
Caltran's Bart Ney joins us live for an update on the Labor Day weekend closure, and gives us a look back at the man who helped build the bridge 20 years ago.
Taste of the Town: Pittsburg
KTVU Morning Anchor Sal Castaneda shares some delicious secrets about Thatcher's Popcorn in Pittsburg.
Zip Trips Trivia: Pittsburg
KTVU reporter Frank Mallicoat talks trivia about the East Bay city and quizzes its residents on how much they know about their home.
Pittsburg's only boxing gym makes dreams come true, stays focused on giving back
The action is non-stop inside the Lion's Den Boxing Gym in Pittsburg. For many, it is a daily stop.
Zip Trips: Pittsburg
For the last Zip Trip of the summer, Mornings on 2 takes the show to Pittsburgs. We'll show you one of the historic businesses that's been supplying popular treats to Disneyland and other theme parks as well as introduce you to the East Bay boxing gym that's also a nonprofit.
Former Bay Area firefighter turns to psychedelic medicines for mental health therapies
It's a journey of healing and hope. Angela Graham is a former Santa Clara County firefighter, who was a hero on the frontlines but has now turned her attention to a different kind of rescue mission. Graham is the founder of The S.I.R.E.N. Project, which provides access for first responders to alternative mental health therapies, including psychedelic medicines.
Pittsburg organization providing resources to teens for a brighter future
People Who Care is an organization aiming to interrupt the school-to-prison pipeline. Based in Pittsburg, it empowers at-risk youth with the education and training needed to help them realize a positive change in their lives. The organization's founder and executive director joined us on 'The Nine' to talk about how the program works.
CTE study shows disease in young, amateur athletes
A new study from Boston University found more than 60 cases of CTE in athletes younger than 30 years old at the time of their death. The majority of athletes diagnosed were amateur athletes who played at youth, high school and collegiate levels. We talked to one of the study's authors about their findings.
Labor Day weekend travel plans
Labor Day weekend is around the corning, signaling the unofficial end to summer. KTVU's Sal Castaneda speaks with Travel Zoo Editor Gabe Saglie for the best end-of-season travel deals as we head into fall.
SF AIDS Foundation: Turning HIV/AIDS into a managable condition
Founded in 1982, the San Francisco AIDS Foundation's mission has grown throughout the past 40-plus years as the country's understanding of HIV/AIDS has also evolved. In today's Giving Day feature, KTVU's Gasia Mikaelian speaks with Dr. Tyler TerMeer, CEO of the San Francisco AIDS Foundation about the medical advances that have turned HIV/AIDS from a death sentence into what can be a managable condition.
"Future Build" providing free construction training for low-income residents
Pittsburg-based Future Build is making a difference in the community by providing free construction training to low-income East Contra Costa County residents interested in learning the trade. KTVU's Dave Clark speaks with Merl Craft, Executive Director at Future Build and former mayor of Pittsburg about the 16-week training program being offered.
Preventing opioid addiction and overdoses
According to the CDC, nearly 110,000 people died from overdoses last year in the United States, with synthetic opioids contributing to about 75,000 of those deaths. Overdoses are also the leading cause of death for adults 18-45. Now, local Kaiser hospitals are providing Narcan free of charge to anyone who would like to have the life-saving medication on hand. KTVU's Sal Castaneda speaks with Dr. John Morehouse, Physician in Chief at Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center about how and when you should administer Narcan.
Chef prepares ribeye steak and grilled corn salsa ahead of Labor Day weekend
Labor Day weekend is a week from now, so we brought in Chef Darryl Bell to show us how to prepare the perfect ribeye steak, along with a grilled corn salsa. Here is the recipe: Ingredients: 3 oz. parsley 3 oz. cilantro 1.5 oz. garlic, chopped 2 cups extra virgin olive oil Salt- to taste Fresh lime juice, to taste 1 oz Fresno chili, diced 5 oz charred jalapeno pepper, diced 3 ears corn Method: Grill corn and cut kernels off the cob. Set aside. Char jalapenos, dice. Set aside. Blend herbs, garlic, olive oil, salt and lime juice in a food processor and blend until smooth. Pour salsa into a bowl and add the diced chilis and corn and adjust seasoning.
BFF.FM Radio celebrates 10 years
In a time when radio is struggling to keep up with streaming services, one local radio station is thriving. Allie Rasmus chats about this local platform with the founder of BFF.FM radio.
Former President Trump sells merchandise with mug shot
San Jose State University professor, Carlos Singh, talks about the legal issues ahead for the former president as he continues to run for president.
Mortgage rates affecting home loans
Interest rates on most home loans are at their highest levels in more than 20 years. The average rate for a 30-year fixed loan is now hovering around 7.3%. KTVU spoke with Matt Hatfield from the Michael Hatfield Real Estate Team to talk about what this means for the Bay Area's competitive and expensive home buying market.
Easy back-to-school dinner ideas
As the school year gets underway for students across the Bay Area, parents are having to monitor homework and manage activities, all while juggling their own busy lives. Chef Thomas Ricci, the co-founder of the Bay Area-based Gobble meal kit company, joins us on 'The Nine' for ways to get faster and healthier dinners on the table every night.
Comedian Aries Spears headlining at Tommy T's this weekend
You'll recognize him from MadTV, and his great impressions of those such as Shaq, 50 Cent and even Michael Jordan. Comedian Aries Spears joins us on 'The Nine' to talk about his upcoming shows at Tommy T's in Pleasanton this weekend.
Oakland business owners fed up with crime
Small business owners in Oakland say it's getting harder to stay in business because of the rising crime rate in the city. Statistics from Oakland police show that the number of robberies in the city has increased 30% year-over-year, while violent crimes are up 12%. Longtime business owners join us on 'The Nine' to talk about the hardships they're now facing, as they say, the rise in crime is keeping people from patronizing their businesses.
Fire crews from Oakland respond to natural disasters
Firefighters from the Oakland Fire Department have been deployed to Maui, Riverside County and Oregon in the past month to help with search and recovery in the recent natural disasters. Those range from deadly wildfires to a destructive tropical storm. Interim Fire Chief Damon Covington joins us on 'The Nine' to talk about the department's response.